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I have a will that needs to be probated. Not sure how to do it.

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 10, 2014

Hello, Generally if the house was held as Joint Tenancy, then the house would have gone to the surviving spouse -- [recommended that you confirm...

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Do I have any actual course of action in response to personal representative fraud beside my failed attempts to retain a lawyer?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 10, 2014

Hello, You may want to consult with your local county bar association about your situation and they may be able to find an attorney who will...

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My father didn't leave a will ,his house deed has his name and the woman he married can I live in thehouse

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 10, 2014

Hello, Generally, if the house was held as joint tenants then the home would go to his wife. Please check with local counsel to...

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There is no Will,but am on 3 of his bank accounts.Have been with him for 20+ years.Not married,but can claim common Law.

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 09, 2014

Hello, I have attached a link that explains intestacy in Texas. Since he died without a Will, his assets will be distributed pursuant to the...

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When can an executor be forced to post bond? How do I protect my inheritance?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 09, 2014

Hello, There may be exceptions where the court has discretion to require a bond even though the Will waives it. It is recommended that you...

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My siter in law passed away unexpetdly recently. My wife would like to know what rights she has to anything in her estate.

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 09, 2014

Hello, If there is not a Will, then she died intestate and the laws of NV would determine how assets would be determined. I have attached a...

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What. If we don't. Agree. With inventory list

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 09, 2014

Hello, I attached a link that explains probate in Oregon that may address your issue. Good luck

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How do you contest a will.

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 08, 2014

Hello, I have attached a link that explains contesting a Will in WI. If you have any questions you should consult with a local probate attorney.

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Why would a lawyer hold estate funds and not pay creditors once the property has been sold and the funds are available?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 08, 2014

Hello, Does this attorney work for you in your role as administrator? If yes, then he is accountable to you and it is recommended that you...

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Where could I find more information about substituting a trustee on deed of trust and move the title to my own personal trust?

Ivette's answer | Answered on October 08, 2014

Hello, To clarify, there is real property already in a trust. You do not specify if the grantor of the trust is still alive or not and what is...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

I have a will that needs to be probated. Not sure how to do it.

Do I have any actual course of action in response to personal representative fraud beside my failed attempts to retain a lawyer?

My father didn't leave a will ,his house deed has his name and the woman he married can I live in thehouse

There is no Will,but am on 3 of his bank accounts.Have been with him for 20+ years.Not married,but can claim common Law.

When can an executor be forced to post bond? How do I protect my inheritance?

My siter in law passed away unexpetdly recently. My wife would like to know what rights she has to anything in her estate.

What. If we don't. Agree. With inventory list

How do you contest a will.

Why would a lawyer hold estate funds and not pay creditors once the property has been sold and the funds are available?

Where could I find more information about substituting a trustee on deed of trust and move the title to my own personal trust?